Gareth Southgate has left his role as England manager just days after defeat in the Euro 2024 final.
The Three Lions suffered heartbreak against Spain on Sunday, losing 2-1 in Berlin.
It was back-to-back European Championship final defeats for Southgate, having lost to Italy at Euro 2020.
Speculation immediately turned to whether he would walk away or carry on as England boss.
Now just days after the defeat to Spain, Southgate has left his role as Three Lions manager.
He leaves the job having been the most successful manager since Sir Alf Ramsey won the World Cup in 1966, but ultimately could not deliver a trophy.
Southgate reached two major tournament finals in his seven years in charge.
He also got to the World Cup semi-finals in 2018 and the quarter-finals in 2022.
After stepping down, Southgate said: “As a proud Englishman, it has been the honour of my life to play for England and to manage England. It has meant everything to me, and I have given it my all.
“But it’s time for change, and for a new chapter. Sunday’s final in Berlin against Spain was my final game as England manager.
“I joined the FA in 2011, determined to improve English football. In that time, including eight years as England men’s manager, I have been supported by some brilliant people who have my heartfelt thanks.
“I joined the FA in 2011, determined to improve English football. In that time, including eight years as England men’s manager, I have been supported by some brilliant people who have my heartfelt thanks.”
“I joined the FA in 2011, determined to improve English football. In that time, including eight years as England men’s manager, I have been supported by some brilliant people who have my heartfelt thanks.
“I could not have had anyone better alongside me than Steve Holland. He is one of the most talented coaches of his generation, and has been immense.
“I have had the privilege of leading a large group of players in 102 games. Every one of them has been proud to wear the three lions on their shirts, and they have been a credit to their country in so many ways.
“The squad we took to Germany is full of exciting young talent and they can win the trophy we all dream of. I am so proud of them, and I hope we get behind the players and the team at St. George’s Park and the FA who strive every day to improve English football, and understand the power football has to drive positive change.
“My special thanks go to the backroom staff who have provided the players and me with unstinting support over the last eight years. Their hard work and commitment inspired me every day, and I am so grateful to them – the brilliant ‘team behind the team’.
“We have the best fans in the world, and their support has meant the world to me. I’m an England fan and I always will be.
“I look forward to watching and celebrating as the players go on to create more special memories and to connect and inspire the nation as we know they can.
“Thank you, England – for everything.”
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